Today's Mishnah Yomi
Avos 2:16 - 3:1
The Mishnah Yomi for Friday, May 30, 2025 is Avos 2:16 - 3:1
Mishnah 1
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Mishnayos Avos Perek 2 Mishnah 16
אבות פרק ב׳ משנה ט"ז
Bartenura
לֹא עָלֶיךָ הַמְּלָאכָה לִגְמֹר. לֹא שְׂכָרְךָ הַקָּדוֹשׁ בָּרוּךְ הוּא לִגְמֹר אֶת כֻּלָּהּ כְּדֵי שֶׁתַּפְסִיד שְׂכָרְךָ אִם לֹא תִּגְמְרֶנָּהּ. וְשֶׁמָּא תֹּאמַר אֵינִי לוֹמֵד וְאֵינִי נוֹטֵל שָׂכָר, וְלֹא אַתָּה בֶן חוֹרִין לִבָּטֵל. עַל כָּרְחֲךָ הָעֹל, מֻטָּל עָלֶיךָ לַעֲבֹד:
לֶעָתִיד לָבֹא. לָעוֹלָם הַבָּא:
Rashi
לא עליך המלאכה לגמור. את כולה:
ולא אתה בן חורין. ליבטל מכל וכל לכך אם תעשה הרבה תקבל שכר:
Mishnah 2
Mishnayos Avos Perek 3 Mishnah 1
אבות פרק ג׳ משנה א׳
Bartenura
Akavia: "From a putrid (spoiled) drop": A drop of semen. And even though at the time of conception, it is not spoiled - as it does not become spoiled in the womb of a woman until after three days, and when it is spoiled it is no longer fit to fertilize - nonetheless, he called it a spoiled drop because it is close to spoiling immediately when it is outside of the innards of the woman. And one who keeps his eye on that which he came from a putrid drop will be saved from pride. And one who keeps his eye on that which he is destined to go "to a place of dust, worms, and maggots," will be saved from desire, and from lust for money. And one who keeps his eye on that which he is destined to "give an account and a reckoning," will separate [himself] from sin, and will not stumble in iniquity.
עֲקַבְיָא. מִטִּפָּה סְרוּחָה. טִפַּת שִׁכְבַת זֶרַע. וְאַף עַל פִּי שֶׁבִּשְׁעַת הָעִבּוּר אֵינָהּ סְרוּחָה, שֶׁאֵינָהּ מַסְרַחַת בְּרֶחֶם הָאִשָּׁה עַד לְאַחַר שְׁלֹשָׁה יָמִים וּכְשֶׁתַּסְרִיחַ אֵינָהּ רְאוּיָה לְהַזְרִיעַ, מִכָּל מָקוֹם קָרֵי לָהּ טִפָּה סְרוּחָה מִפְּנֵי שֶׁהִיא קְרוֹבָה לְהַסְרִיחַ מִיָּד כְּשֶׁהִיא חוּץ לִמְעֵי הָאִשָּׁה. וְהַמִּסְתַּכֵּל שֶׁבָּא מִטִּפָּה סְרוּחָה, נִצּוֹל מִן הַגַּאֲוָה. וְהַמִּסְתַּכֵּל שֶׁעָתִיד לֵילֵךְ לִמְקוֹם עָפָר רִמָּה וְתוֹלֵעָה, נִצּוֹל מִן הַתַּאֲוָה וְהַחֶמְדָּה אֶל הַמָּמוֹן. וְהַמִּסְתַּכֵּל שֶׁעָתִיד לִתֵּן דִּין וְחֶשְׁבּוֹן, פּוֹרֵשׁ מִן הַחֵטְא וְאֵינוֹ נִכְשָׁל בָּעֲבֵרָה:
Rashi
מאין ולאן ולפני מי. כולהו דרשו רבותינו ממקרא זה וזכור את בוראך זה הקב״ה. שתתן דין וחשבון לפניו. וקרי ביה בארך שתזכור מקורך מאין באת. מטפה סרוחה של שכבת זרע. וקרי ביה בורך שתזכור את קברך שאתה הולך שם למקום עפר רמה ותולעה:
Mishnah Yomi FAQ
What is Mishnah Yomi?
Mishnah Yomi is a daily study program where participants study two mishnayot (individual teachings from the Mishnah) every day. By following this program, one can complete the entire Mishnah in about six years.
What is the Mishnah?
The Mishnah is the first major written collection of Jewish oral traditions, forming the basis of the Talmud. It dates back to around 200 CE and consists of teachings and discussions of Jewish law by various rabbis.
Who started the Mishnah Yomi program?
In 1934, the Kozoglover Gaon, Rav Aryeh Tzvi Frommer, who took over from Rav Meir Shapiro (the founder of Daf Yomi) as the head of Yeshivas Chachmei Lublin, initiated the Mishnah Yomi cycle, focusing on Seder Zeraim and Seder Taharos. After World War II, in 1947, Rav Yonah Sztencl, a disciple of Rav Frommer, expanded the program, advocating for a comprehensive study of Shishah Sidrei Mishnah. The idea of studying two Mishnayos daily gained the support of figures like Rav Isser Zalman Meltzer, the Tchebiner Rov, and the Gerer Rebbe, marking the formal inception of Mishnah Yomi.
How long does it take to complete the Mishnah with Mishnah Yomi?
Following the Mishnah Yomi program, one can complete the Mishnah in approximately six years.
Can anyone join Mishnah Yomi?
Yes, anyone interested in studying the Mishnah can start the Mishnah Yomi cycle. There’s no need for prior knowledge; beginners are welcome.
Do I need to know Hebrew to study Mishnah Yomi?
While the Mishnah is originally in Hebrew, there are numerous translations and commentaries available in various languages, making it accessible to anyone interested in studying.
Is there a specific time of day to study Mishnah Yomi?
There’s no designated time. Participants can choose a time that best fits their schedule.
Can I study Mishnah Yomi with a group?
Yes, many communities and synagogues organize group study sessions for Mishnah Yomi. Studying in a group can enhance understanding and foster camaraderie.
What if I miss a day?
If you miss a day, you can catch up by studying the missed mishnayot alongside the current day’s study or by dedicating some extra time until you’re back on track.
"It is not your responsibility to finish the work": The Holy One, blessed be He, did not hire you to finish it all, so that you would lose your wage if you do not finish it. And lest you say, "I will not study [Torah], and I will not take the wage," [it states,] "but neither are you free to desist " - against your will is the yoke placed upon you to labor.
"in the future to come": In the world to come.